Maytag
Reduced Heating Performance
Oven takes excessively long to preheat
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Weak bake element, One leg of 240 V power missing, Door gasket leak, Temperature sensor out of calibration
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off power before electrical tests.
- Check 240 V supply: Use a multimeter to verify 240 VAC at the range terminal block. If only 120 VAC is present, have an electrician correct the supply.
- Inspect elements: Ensure both bake and broil elements glow during preheat (many Maytag models use both). Replace any element that does not heat.
- Check gasket: Replace a damaged door gasket to prevent heat loss.
- Test sensor: Verify oven temperature sensor resistance and replace if out of spec.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
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